Timing of cochlear implantation in large vestibular aqueduct syndrome–a retrospective cohort analysis by Xiao Liu, Wanting Huang, Yunxiu Wang, Jingjing Xu, Lulu Xie, Lin Liu, Jia Chen

“…CI timing was comparable among different hearing loss progression patterns. Finally, among patients meeting CI criteria but still benefiting from HA, while those who directly underwent CI had an earlier age at implantation, their interval from IAA to CI was similar to those who initially underwent HA fitting.ConclusionThe majority of LVAS patients experience progressive hearing loss and undergo CI during early childhood. …”
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The intersection and developmental trajectory of morning cortisol and testosterone in autistic and neurotypical youth by Blythe A. Corbett, Trey McGonigle, Rachael A. Muscatello, Simon Vandekar, Rachel Calvosa

“…Conclusions Collectively, these findings underscore the need to elucidate the biobehavioral patterns that emerge during the complex adolescent transition for autistic youth to determine how they impact clinical and long-term outcomes. …”
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Haloturbation in the northern Atacama Desert revealed by a hidden subsurface network of calcium sulfate wedges by A. Zinelabedin, A. Zinelabedin, J. Mohren, J. Mohren, M. Wierzbicka-Wieczorek, T. J. Dunai, S. Heinze, B. Ritter

“…<p>While the formation of periglacial wedges and polygonal patterned grounds has been extensively studied and many of the processes involved have been understood, knowledge on the formation of similar features found in arid to hyperarid environments remains largely rudimentary. …”
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Meshless Numerical Simulation on Dry Shrinkage Cracking of Concrete Piles for Offshore Wind Power Turbine by Cong Hu, Jianfeng Xue, Taicheng Li, Haiying Mao, Haotian Chang, Wenbing Zhang

“…This paper employs numerical simulation to explore the patterns and influencing factors of dry shrinkage cracking in concrete piles for offshore wind turbines, aiming to provide theoretical support for enhancing pile performance. …”
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Latent Class Analysis of Gameplay Metrics from Youth Playing Robot ChampionsTM: Relations of Class Membership to Persistence and Intensity by Lawrence Scheier, William Hansen, Alex Stone, Jennifer Javornik

“…Latent class analysis (LCA), a model-based clustering approach, was used with seven game metric indicators to ascertain whether there are distinct patterns of gameplay. Findings: LCA identified four unique gameplay styles comprised of Fully Engaged, Engaged in Training, Engaged in Building, and Engaged in Driving. …”
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A geo-additive spatial analysis of condom use among women aged 15–49 in Rwanda by Mkhombiseni Zamani Sithole, Jesca Mercy Batidzirai, Ashenafi Argaw Yirga, Ashenafi Argaw Yirga, Retius Chifurira

“…A geo-additive model was employed to account for geographical variation in condom use, enabling the identification of regional disparities and spatial patterns. These methodological approaches provide a robust framework for understanding individual and contextual factors influencing condom use in Rwanda.ResultsThe findings revealed a 10.8% prevalence of condom use and highlighted significant regional disparities in usage patterns. …”
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Unveiling the Environmental Drivers of <i>Pelagia noctiluca</i> Outbreaks: A Decadal Study Along the Mediterranean Coastline of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia by Majda Aouititen, Dorel Cevan Magabandi Mouanda, Xiaofeng Luan

“…This study aims to investigate the interannual and seasonal variability of <i>Pelagia noctiluca</i> bloom patterns along the Moroccan, Algerian, and Tunisian Mediterranean coasts, focusing on the influence of environmental factors such as sea surface temperature, nutrient availability, and oceanographic conditions on bloom intensity and distribution. …”
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Clinical and endocrinological manifestations of childhood-onset craniopharyngioma before surgical removal: A report from one medical center in Taiwan by Ching-Chih Huang, Kuang-Lin Lin, Chieh-Tsai Wu, Shih-Ming Jung, Chao-Jan Wang, Yi-Ching Chen, Fu-Sung Lo

“…Therefore, monitoring possible neurological symptoms and evaluating the growth patterns of patients during regular outpatient clinical visits are paramount.…”
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Cloning and Spatiotemporal Expression Analysis of <i>IGF1R</i> Gene cDNA in <i>Alopex lagopus</i> (Arctic Fox) by Wei Xu, Hualin Fu, Xiangyu Meng, Yiwen Sun, Fangyong Ning, Zhiheng Du

“…These spatiotemporal expression patterns suggest that <i>IGF1R</i> may participate in metabolism and organ developmental processes during critical growth stages of Arctic foxes through tissue-specific regulation.…”
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Association of Poor Sleep Quality and Reduced Sleep Duration with the Risk of Development of Metabolic Syndrome in Young Adults Attending Medical College in Southern India: A Cross... by CS Sruthi, P Renuka, VM Vinodhini

“…College students often attempt to compensate for sleep debt during the weekends. Changes in sleep patterns have been linked to the development of insulin resistance, diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases in adults. …”
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Jazan Rainfall’s Seasonal Shift in Saudi Arabia: Evidence of a Changing Regional Climate by M. Nazrul Islam, Arjan O. Zamreeq, Muhammad Ismail, Turki M. A. Habeebullah, Ayman S. Ghulam

“…This study examines the changes in seasonal rainfall patterns in the Jazan region utilizing observational and reanalysis datasets from 1978 to 2024. …”
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Spatiotemporal Variations in Human Activity Intensity Along the Qinghai–Tibet Railway and Analysis of Its Decoupling Process from Ecological Environment Quality Changes by Fengli Zou, Qingwu Hu, Lei Liao, Yuqi Liu, Haidong Li, Xujie Zhang

“…The decoupling relationship is dominated by strong and weak decoupling patterns, with strong decoupling being the most prevalent. …”
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Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on continuity of medical treatment for patients with chronic diseases in Japan: a retrospective cohort analysis by Tomoki Ishikawa, Akihito Kako, Jumpei Sato, Junko Hattori, Hiromasa Yoshimoto, Masaru Kitsuregawa, Kazuo Goda, Yoshimitsu Takahashi, Takeo Nakayama, Naohiro Mitsutake

“…Conclusions The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with an increased risk of treatment interruption in patients with chronic diseases, underscoring the need for targeted strategies to maintain care continuity during public health emergencies. While older patients and those with multimorbidity showed earlier interruptions, the overall patterns persisted across disease groups, emphasizing the importance of preemptive measures and patient outreach to prevent delayed or forgone care.…”
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Assessment of Periodontal Health Status and Treatment Needs Among Dental Students of Al-Kufa University by Using the Community Periodontal Index for Treatment Needs: A Cross-Sectio... by Rusul Subhi Hassan, Zanbaq Azeez Hanoon, Salah M. Ibrahim, Nabaa Basim Alhusseini

“… Objective: This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the periodontal status and treatment needs of undergraduate dental students at Al-Kufa University in Iraq and investigated the influence of demographic factors (age and gender) and oral hygiene practices (tooth brushing technique, frequency of brushing, use of interdental aids, dental visit patterns) on periodontal health. Materials and Methods: A sample of 200 undergraduate dental students (aged 18-24 years) was selected using a multistage systematic random sampling procedure during the 2023-2024 academic year. …”
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Risk Factors for COVID-19 Adverse Outcomes in ICU Settings of Various Types Repurposed Hospitals by A. A. Avramov, E. V. Ivanov, A. V. Melekhov, R. S. Menzulin, A. I. Nikiforchin

“…Gender, age, BMI, NEWS score, severity of lung damage based on CT quantification, blood gases and pH, patterns of antibiotic administration during hospital stay (all classes and number of antimicrobials, regardless the sequence of administration), patterns of main drugs administration (glucocorticosteroids, lopinavir/ritonavir, tocilizumab/ solilumab, hydroxychloroquine) were evaluated as risk factors. …”
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Sleep habits, brain functional networks, and type 2 diabetes risk: cohort studies from North American and Asian populations and mediating Mendelian randomization analyses by Faquan Hu, Qian Gong, Liyuan Xiong, Wei Zhao, Lingxiu Li, Yujiao Zheng

“…This demonstrates the critical function that brain networks play in modulating the link between sleep patterns and the prevalence of T2DM.…”
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The borehol wall image digital description method of the overlying rock structural planes evdution process in deep mining by Jinchao WANG, Junpeng ZOU, Shenghai LI, Chao WANG, Xiaobin LI

“…The proposed method provides a more convenient digital basis for revealing the variation patterns of internal rock movement in the mining process, serving as a new digital method to characterizing evolutionary processes in research on the movement of strata during mine exploitation.…”
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Development of a Weighted-Incidence Syndromic Combination Antibiogram (WISCA) to guide empiric antibiotic treatment for ventilator-associated pneumonia in a Mexican tertiary care u... by Jaime Briseno-Ramírez, Adolfo Gómez-Quiroz, Brenda Berenice Avila-Cardenas, Judith Carolina De Arcos-Jiménez, Leonardo Perales-Guerrero, Jaime F. Andrade-Villanueva, Pedro Martínez-Ayala

“…The diversity of local microbiology and resistance patterns complicates the empirical treatment selection. …”
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Research on the impact of spatial and temporal changes in ecological product value in Hebei Province based on land use changes by Min-Na Gao, Yong-Xiang Hu, Guo-Fei Shang, Wei Li

“…From 2010 to 2022, the land use and landscape patterns in Hebei Province have changed significantly, and the value of ecological products has also changed continuously. …”
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Feasibility of Data Collection Via Consumer-Grade Wearable Devices in Adolescent Student Athletes: Prospective Longitudinal Cohort Study by Danielle Ransom, Brant Tudor, Sarah Irani, Mohamed Rehman, Stacy Suskauer, P Patrick Mularoni, Luis Ahumada

“…Participants were equipped with a Fitbit Sense for continuous monitoring of physiological markers, including cardiovascular metrics, physical activity levels, and sleep patterns. Data collection extended 4‐6 weeks beyond injury clearance, during which adherence rates were assessed at both hourly and daily intervals. …”
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